Thursday, June 12, 2014
Librarian - Middlesex Community College, Middletown
Librarian - Middlesex Community College,
Middletown. 12 month, tenure track. Anticipated Starting Date:
September 2014. Minimum Qualifications: ALA-accredited Master’s degree
in Library/Information Science or closely related discipline and at
least one year of professional library experience. Demonstrated
abilities to work effectively independently and in teams; strong
computer and information technology skills; excellent interpersonal,
written communication skills; effective presentation skills;
demonstrated positive customer service experience; demonstrated
commitment to multiculturalism and to working with a diverse student
body. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an academic library;
experience with LibGuides; experience and knowledge of emerging
technologies such as mobile applications; experience in accreditation
process; experience with developing and administering learning
assessment tools. Responsibilities: Working in a team environment under
the direction of the Director of Library Services, the successful
candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks that successfully
respond to the needs of MxCC students, faculty and staff: (1) under the
supervision of the library instructional team leader, develop, conduct
and assess information literacy instruction sessions and collaborate
with faculty to facilitate library instruction; (2) instruct and advise
patrons on research and effective use of library resources and basic
computer applications; (3) liaise with and provide library services at
the MxCC’s Meriden Center; (4) liaise with faculty and contribute to the
library’s collection development and maintenance; (5) demonstrate
ability and understanding of Library circulation procedures; (6) provide
interlibrary loan service; (7) perform other related duties as
assigned. In addition, the individual will be expected to attend and
participate in convocation and commencement ceremonies, serve on
committees and task forces, and engage in professional development
activities. This position may require work evening and occasional
weekend work. Equivalencies: Applicants who do not meet the minimum
qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how
their background and experience prepare them for the responsibilities of
this position and by providing appropriate references. Minimum Salary:
$61,255 approximate annual. Application Procedure: Send letter of
intent, Board of Regents application (available at http://mxcc.edu/jobs/)
resume, copies of transcripts, and the names of three references to:
Noreen Wilson, Human Resources, Middlesex Community College, 100
Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457; Or email to MX-HR-Recruitment@mxcc.edu or fax (860) 343-5870. Application Deadline: July 14, 2014.
Middlesex Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression,
national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of
mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran
status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. An
Affirmative Action/equal Opportunity Employer: Middlesex Connecticut
Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer
and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, persons
with disabilities, and veterans.
Labels:
academic libraries,
collection development,
ILL,
instruction,
middlesex county,
professional,
technology
Location:
Middletown, CT, USA